Lama Mark (Lama Yongdu Chokyi Gyaltsen) has been studying and teaching
Buddha-dharma for over forty years. For thirty years his main root teacher was the great Ven. Namgyal Rinpoche who taught all three cycles of the Buddha’s teachings, including Abhidhamma, Vipassana in the lineage of Mahāsi Sayādaw, generation and completion stage practices of the Tantrayana and Mahamudra/Dzogchen of many lineages, especially of the Karma Kagyu and Sakya. More recently under the guidance and request of Drikung Lho Ontul Rinpoche, Lama Mark has been teaching principally the richness of the Drikung Mahamudra and Drikung Yangzab Dzogchen traditions.
Lama Mark has a deep and long term interest and collaboration in a number of scientific fields and the arts which he integrates with the teaching of Buddhism. His compassionate activities demonstrate a profound commitment to freeing beings from innumerable suffering states. Lama Mark’s emphasis with practitioners and students is on uncovering pure Dharma to reveal its extraordinary benefits and share the great joy of its deep study, meditative practices and integration into all aspects of our lives. For more information about Lama Mark please see:
http://www.markwebber.org
www.facebook.com/lamamarkwebber/
http://dharmacentre.org.nz/lama-mark-webber/
http://crystalmountain.org
www.facebook.com/NamgyalYangzab/
For more information about Island Dharma, please see
www.islanddharma.com
Logistics
What to Bring/Wear?
▪ Yoga mat or blanket
▪ Cushion or meditation bench
▪ Chairs will be available to those who need them
▪ Wear modest, comfortable clothing
▪ Covered water bottle
▪ Tea and coffee will be available at the centre
▪ Pen and Notebook
▪ Cheques or Cash for Dana offering
Registration Fee
In an effort to cover retreat costs (including facility rental for the duration of the mini-retreat, lunch and dinner on Saturday, study supplies, and Lama Mark’s accommodation, travel and food) there is a registration fee of
$105. 00 including full hot lunch and dinner on Saturday
or
$75.00 without meals (in which case bring your own meals and snacks).
Please note, no-one will be turned away due to lack of funds
(For those who may be traveling to the weekend, you can likely arrange to stay overnight at Bethlehem centre for an additional cost. Please contact the centre directly to inquire. (250) 754-3254)
Dana for the Teacher
Lama Mark offering the Dharma here on Vancouver Island is a rare and auspicious opportunity to receive teachings and explorations about the Path of Awakening. As is traditional, the teachings of Buddha Dharma are offered freely - Lama Mark receives no fee. However, there is an opportunity for students to show their gratitude for the teachings and to help support the teacher. Dana (generosity for the teacher) will be gratefully accepted (cash/cheque).
Location
Bethlehem Retreat Centre
2371 Arbot Road
Nanaimo B.C. V9R 6S9
(250) 754-3254
Register now
As space for this non-residential weekend retreat is limited, please register in advance by emailing Cheryl Bakke Martin at
islanddharmaretreats@gmail.com